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Partly occupied property reduction

Where a property is partly occupied for a short time, in certain circumstances, we can apply to the Valuation Office Agency to award a temporary reduction for the part that is not in use.

This relief can only be awarded for a maximum of 3 months, or 6 months in the case of industrial properties.

This relief is generally considered where there is a phased occupation or vacation of the premises and applies to temporary changes only, as permanent changes should result in a change in the actual rateable value in the local rating list.

Apply for partly occupied property reduction

In most cases we hope to deal with your application in about a week, sometimes we may need to write to you for more information, and if you are successful a new bill will be sent to you showing you your new balance.

If you have applied for a partly occupied property reduction you must continue to pay the instalments on your last bill until you receive a new one. If you don't do this it may mean you get a reminder or even a summons.

Keeping us informed

Properties are inspected on a regular basis. However you must still tell us when there is a change of circumstances.